DRUM HEATING OVENS
Purpose-built drum heating ovens and bespoke process ovens designed for viscous materials across the most demanding industrial applications.
We are specialists in the design and manufacture of custom industrial ovens, with particular expertise in developing advanced drum heating oven systems tailored to individual customer requirements. Our drum heating ovens sit within a broader range of bespoke process ovens and thermal processing equipment, all engineered around the specific needs of the application rather than adapted from a standard format.
Drawing on decades of engineering experience, we work closely with clients across a wide range of industries to create thermal process ovens that not only meet technical specifications but also improve efficiency, safety and overall process performance. Whether you are replacing an existing system or specifying drum heating ovens for the first time, our team has the experience to get it right.
DRUM HEATING APPLICATIONS
- Waxes
- Polymers
- Oils
- Resins
- Tar
- Lubricants
- Fats
- Grease
- Honey
- Inks
- Isocyanates
- Varnish
- Gelantine
- Adhesives
- Other viscous substances
DRUM HEATING FEATURES
Every drum heating oven we design and manufacture is built to deliver consistent, dependable performance. Key features of our thermal processing equipment include:
- Accurate temperature control
- Uniform temperature distribution
- Uniform air distribution
- High efficiency construction & insulation
- Reduced cycle times
- Reduced operating costs
- Low noise levels < 74 dBa
DRUM HEATING SPECIFICATION OPTIONS
Our drum heating ovens and thermal process ovens can be specified with a wide range of options to suit different operational requirements:
- Various heating media
- Choice of construction materials
- Data Logging and Comms output
- Atomized spray nozzles or steam humidification
- Full ATEX compliance
- Bund tanks
- Various door options
- Outdoor units available
THE CASE FOR BESPOKE DRUM HEATING OVENS
Our drum heating ovens are carefully engineered to maintain drums, containers or vessels filled with viscous liquids or solids at their ideal working temperature. These systems are essential for substances such as tar, resins, oils, waxes, adhesives and other high-viscosity materials that require controlled heating to remain in a usable state.
By keeping products at the optimum temperature, our thermal process ovens ensure viscosity is reduced, flow is improved, and the risk of freezing or solidification within the drum is eliminated. This allows production processes to run smoothly, prevents costly downtime and maintains product quality from storage through to application. As bespoke process ovens, each drum heating system is configured around the specific material, temperature range and operational environment of the client rather than a generic standard.
FLEXIBLE THERMAL PROCESSING EQUIPMENT FOR EVERY SCALE OF OPERATION
Every drum heating oven system is designed with flexibility in mind, whether you need to heat a small number of drums or manage large-scale container operations. With options for batch or conveyor configurations, precise temperature control and custom features such as bund tanks, outdoor units and ATEX-compliant safety systems, we can tailor each piece of thermal processing equipment to the unique requirements of your operation.
The result is a robust, reliable and efficient heating solution that ensures your materials are always ready for use. Our bespoke process ovens are designed to integrate into existing production environments with minimal disruption, and our engineering team remains involved throughout the installation and commissioning process to ensure the system performs as specified from day one.
INDUSTRIES WE COVER
CDS Airtek supplies drum heating ovens and custom industrial ovens to a wide range of sectors, including:
DEFENCE
NUCLEAR
METALLURGICAL
CHEMICAL
WHY CHOOSE CDS AIRTEK FOR DRUM HEATING OVENS
We specialise in designing and manufacturing drum heating ovens that are reliable, efficient and built for long-term performance. With decades of expertise in engineering bespoke process ovens and thermal processing equipment, we oversee every stage of the process in-house, from consultation and design through to manufacturing, installation and long-term aftercare. This approach guarantees consistent quality and ensures each system is built to meet the unique demands of your application.
Our drum heating ovens and thermal process ovens are engineered in the UK to meet international standards including ATEX compliance. Every system can be configured as either batch or conveyor and is designed with options including varied temperature ranges, high-efficiency insulation and accurate temperature control. Whether you are working with food ingredients such as chocolate and fats, or industrial materials such as polymers and lubricants, our drum heating ovens are built to provide dependable results year after year.
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As a dynamic organisation that currently employs over 60 staff in its UK offices alone, we’re proud to offer a range of services, including research and development, as well as expert advice provided on a consultation basis.